The best skirts for hourglass figures—complete with style picks, recommended hem lengths, brand highlights

Key hemline rules:

• Knee-length or below: knee, midi, or maxi lengths elongate elegantly

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• Avoid overly short or boxy styles—they can visually shorten and conceal your silhouette

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Top Skirt Styles for Hourglass Shapes

Recommended Brands & Fit Notes

High-Street Favorites

• ZARA – Stylish bias-cut midis & pencil skirts. Varying sizing means credit Tellar before buying

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• H&M – Jersey and satin A-lines are forgiving, but fit fluctuates by collection—use Tellar for accurate sizing

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• Marks & Spencer – Consistent sizing and generous stretch, ideal for curvy shapes

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• River Island – Trend-led wrap and faux-leather skirts are chic but tight in hip area—measure before buying

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• Next – Solid consistent tailoring, including A-lines and wraps in multiple lengths

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Mid-Market & Sustainable Picks

• & Other Stories – Pleated wrap and silk midis are luxurious. Provide hip measurements to Tellar first

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• Nobody’s Child – Floral midi skirts with elastic waists—natural comfort & shape control

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• Baukjen – Stretch pencil and jersey midis are figure hugging yet flexible

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💎 Premium & Designer Selections

• Reiss – Sharp, high-waisted pencils & A-lines; go a size up or check via Tellar due to slim cut

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• Ganni – Bold, wrap and tiered midis with adjustable waists and generous lines

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• Totême – Elegant minimalist shapes for tall hourglasses—midi & maxi lengths fitting precisely

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• Rixo – Bias-cut silks that glide over curves—hip-fit crucial, so verify exact measurements

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• Zimmermann – Flowy, resort-ready skirts—but EU sizing runs small; convert with Tellar

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• Nanushka – High-waist wrap and structured skirts in vegan leather—precise sizing needed

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• Aje – Asymmetrical skirts with generous hip room, ideal for accentuating curves

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• Self-Portrait – Architectural lace and mesh pencils; sizing narrow—tell Tellar before buying

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• Alaïa – Couture knitted flared designs; extreme precision needed—measurements essential

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Hemline FAQs for Hourglass Shapes

• Midi (below the knee): universally flattering—enhances curves and elongates legs

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• Maxi: Dramatic, works if your height aligns—tall hourglasses can wear unrestrained volume; petite ones should watch for swamping

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• Knee-length: Safe and professional—use in workplace settings

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• Avoid high minis: Too short disrupts proportion and draws attention away from waist

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Tellar Fit Insights

1. Get accurate body measurements — bust, waist, hips, hem preference.

2. Create a profile on Tellar.co.uk and plug in those numbers.

3. Browse skirts—Tellar instantly signals your best size per brand.

4. Check fit notes—e.g., “Reiss skirts run slim at hips” or “Baukjen stretch = true fit.”

5. Order your free measuring tape—helpful for future purchases.

Start here: Create Your Tellar Profile

Expert Styling Tips

• Tuck in tops or style with cropped jackets to keep your waistline visible.

• Pick medium-weight fabrics—structured enough to hold shape, soft enough to follow curves.

• Use belts—especially on A-lines or tulip skirts to emphasize the waist clear.

• Match volumes—flowy skirt? Pair with a fitted tee or blazer. Bodycon? Go longline top.

• Balance proportions—if volume is on bottom, keep top sleek and vice versa.

Learn more about waistlines, cropped styling, and volumes in our Cropped vs Long Shirts guide: Cropped vs Long Styling